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8 ways to personalize your nursery using artwork

Personalize your baby's first bedroom with one of these precious pieces of artwork.

Having a baby is such an exciting time but before your little one makes his debut, there’s lots to do to get ready. There are, of course, the essentials you need to prepare but decorating baby’s nursery is one of the most enjoyable experiences for many moms and moms-to-be. Hanging artwork is one of the easiest and most inexpensive ways to personalize baby’s space and provides you with the chance to surround your little one with photos, images and messages that will inspire them. Here are some of our favourites.

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8 ways to personalize your nursery using artwork

Guardian print

It’s said that dogs are a man’s best friend and sometimes, that special relationship starts in the cradle. We love this darling photo from Gooseberry Prints, depicting a doting dog standing guard over his precious friend. Looks like the beginning of a beautiful friendship to us! Guardian Print, Gooseberry Prints, $25.

By: Natalie DiScala

8 ways to personalize your nursery using artwork

What Makes You Different Gold Foil Print

How do we love this print? Let us count the ways! We love the chic gold foil lettering on a crisp white background. Simple and stylish and suitable for any nursery. But more importantly, we adore the message that what makes you different is what makes you beautiful. Powerful words to teach a child confidence and self-love at a young age. What Makes You Different Gold Foil Print, The Penny Paper Co, $20

By: Natalie DiScala

8 ways to personalize your nursery using artwork

Baby Monkey Print

What is it about babies and animals that go together so perfectly? This absolutely adorable print featuring a baby monkey is just perfect for baby’s room. And … is it just us or does this mischievous little monkey look like he’s running from the scene of a crime? Whatever the case, we just want to put him in our pocket and take him home! Baby Monkey Print, The Animal Print Shop, starting at $25.

By: Natalie DiScala

8 ways to personalize your nursery using artwork

Baby Sentiment Plaque

Just in case baby has any doubts about what he means to mom and dad, this sweet sentiment plaque from Pottery Barn Kids should clear things up! The featured text is digitally printed onto planked fir wood and adds a lovely, if somewhat rustic, touch to a nursery. Baby Sentiment Plaque, Pottery Barn Kids, $69.

By: Natalie DiScala

8 ways to personalize your nursery using artwork

The Little Miss

This customizable piece of children’s artwork is not only a unique way to commemorate the day your bundle of joy came into the world but it’s a piece she’ll love to have for years and years to come. Choose your print size, frame, matting and glass for a fully custom piece of artwork that will become a family treasure. The Little Miss, Minted, starting at $24.

By: Natalie DiScala

8 ways to personalize your nursery using artwork

Printable Nursery Artwork

Nursery artwork needn’t be expensive nor gender-specific. These pretty printables, which can be found and downloaded on Etsy.com, are the perfect way to add a dose of cute to baby’s room without spending a bundle. Simply purchase, then download immediately. Print on thick card stock for best results. Et voila! Instant artwork! Printable Nursery Artwork, A Type of Inspiration on Etsy, $23.

8 ways to personalize your nursery using artwork

To Live World Map Graphic Art

This modern world map features gender neutral colours for a boy’s or girl’s room and is also an educational tool that one day, will help them better understand the world they live in. Bound to inspire a sense of adventure in your little one, this is a lovely piece of artwork that will grow with your child. To Live World Map Graphic Art, Wayfair, $73.99.